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U.S. Supreme Court Asks for Views of Solicitor General in Durnell Case
LEVERKUSEN, Germany--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The U.S. Supreme Court today asked the Solicitor General to provide the Court with the views of the U.S. government in the Durnell case, following a petition for a writ of certiorari by Bayer’s indirect subsidiary Monsanto in April 2025. “We see this request as an encouraging step and look forward to hearing the views of the government on FIFRA’s federal preemption provision, which relies on language common to several federal laws that cover a number of ind
Ryan Named a Top Workplace in Arizona for 12th Year
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ryan, a leading global tax services and software provider, is once again recognized as one of the Top Workplaces in Arizona for 2025. This marks the 12th time Ryan has earned a place on the Top Workplaces list, highlighting the company’s dedication to its people and excellence. “We’re incredibly honored to receive this recognition as it celebrates our Arizona team members who continuously foster an environment of collaboration, respect, and innovation,” said
Greenwood Credit Union Adopts Scienaptic AI to Power Smarter, More Inclusive Lending
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Scienaptic AI, a global leader in AI-powered credit underwriting, announced today that Greenwood Credit Union, based in Warwick, Rhode Island, has chosen its platform to enhance credit access and deliver faster, automated, and more personalized lending experiences. By leveraging Scienaptic’s regulatory-compliant AI technology, Greenwood CU aims to approve more loans, enhance process productivity, and support inclusive growth across its nationwide membership. Founded i
Most Popular Best's Review Articles Cover FAIR Plans and More
OLDWICK, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #insurance--In the past 30 days, Best’s Review readers have been most interested in the following insurance news coverage: “The Last Resort: As Private Insurers Exit High-Risk Areas, FAIR Plans Find Competitive Foothold” reports how homeowners are turning to the residual market because of the decline in availability of coverage, even though FAIR Plan policies may cost more and offer less coverage. “Parametric Plan for High-Risk Regions Wins AM Best 2025 Student Challenge” pr
Morgan Stanley Sustainable Signals: Annual Global Survey of Corporates Finds Sustainability Remains Value Creation Opportunity
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The majority of companies globally continue to view sustainability as a potential value driver, according to a new “Sustainable Signals” report by the Morgan Stanley Institute for Sustainable Investing. The survey polled over 300 private and public companies across North America, Europe and APAC between March and April of this year to understand how sustainability factors into their businesses and where their organizations see the greatest opportunities and challenges
UKG Named Official HR, Payroll, and Workforce Management Technology Partner of the LPGA
LOWELL, Mass. & WESTON, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--LPGA names UKG its official HR, payroll, and workforce management technology partner
Sounder Partners Launches With Mission to Build Enduring Companies in Partnership With Founders and Entrepreneurs
DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sounder Partners, a private investment firm focused on building enduring businesses in collaboration with founders and entrepreneurs, today announced its official launch. Founded by Nick Miner, former Managing Director at Trive Capital, Sounder Partners is purpose-built to serve as a trusted partner to operators navigating their next chapter. Sounder Partners targets control investments in lower middle market businesses, with a focus on essential service and product com
Huron’s John Tiscornia and Fanny Ip Recognized as Top Consultants
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Global professional services firm Huron (NASDAQ: HURN) today announced that Consulting Magazine has named John Tiscornia and Fanny Ip and Top Consultants in 2025. John received the esteemed Lifetime Achievement Award and Fanny Ip was honored as a Technology Innovator for her client excellence in artificial intelligence (AI) and automation. “John and Fanny exemplify the values, leadership principles, and expertise that define Huron,” said Mark Hussey, chief executive of
industryGENOME Unveils Groundbreaking Clinical Trial PAO Market Map Report, Powered by AI-Assisted Market Intelligence
TAMPA, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--industryGENOME, a cutting-edge analytics firm specializing in granular precision insights, has released its first-ever Clinical Trial Patient Access Organization (PAO) Market Map Report, developed in collaboration with WCG, a global leader in providing solutions that measurably improve and accelerate clinical research, and Crosstree. This report offers an unparalleled bottom-up analysis of the PAO sector, using AI-powered classification models to predict private co
Best’s Special Report: Best’s Impairment Rate and Rating Transition Study — 1977 to 2024
OLDWICK, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #insurance--AM Best’s latest special report on the long-term impairment rates of U.S.-domiciled insurance companies states that no insurers rated by AM Best became impaired in 2024. The Best’s Special Report, titled, “Best’s Impairment Rate and Rating Transition Study — 1977 to 2024,” covers 47 one-year periods from Dec. 31, 1977, to Dec. 31, 2024, and the term impairments refers to insurers that became impaired and had a Best’s Financial Strength Rating or Long-Term Issuer
KBRA Assigns Rating to Heritage Life Insurance Company
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #creditratingagency--KBRA assigns an A- insurance financial strength rating (IFSR) to Heritage Life Insurance Company (HLIC). The Outlook for the IFSR is Stable. HLIC is a stock life insurance company domiciled in Arizona that reinsures life and annuity products as well as supplementary contracts. Current ownership acquired the company in 2012. Key Credit Considerations The rating on HLIC reflects solid capitalization, an experienced leadership team, and a conservative liquidity position.
Piper Sandler Strengthens Private Capital Advisory Team with Addition of Andy Nick as Co-Head of Secondary Capital Advisory
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $PIPR--Piper Sandler Companies (NYSE: PIPR), a leading investment bank, is pleased to announce the addition of Andy Nick as managing director and co-head of secondary capital advisory within the private capital advisory group. Nick will work closely with private equity clients to provide bespoke liquidity and capital solutions, including GP-led continuation funds, fund recapitalizations, and LP portfolio transactions. “Andy is a highly respected advisor with deep relationshi
Citizens Financial Group Announces Second Quarter 2025 Earnings Conference Call Details
PROVIDENCE, R.I.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As previously announced, Citizens Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE: CFG) will report its second quarter 2025 earnings on July 17, 2025. The news release and supplemental materials will be available at http://investor.citizensbank.com. CFG management will host a live conference call that morning with details as follows: Time: 10:00 am (ET) Dial-in: To ask a question on the call, individuals may call in by dialing 800-369-1703, conference ID 3488708 For the listen on
First Trust Announces Completion of First Trust Specialty Finance and Financial Opportunities Fund Reorganization into FT Confluence BDC & Specialty Finance Income ETF
WHEATON, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--First Trust Advisors L.P. (“FTA”) announced today that the reorganization of First Trust Specialty Finance and Financial Opportunities Fund (NYSE: FGB), a closed-end management investment company, managed by FTA and sub-advised by Confluence Investment Management LLC (“Confluence”), into FT Confluence BDC & Specialty Finance Income ETF (NYSE: FBDC), an actively managed exchange-traded fund (“ETF”) managed by FTA and sub-advised by Confluence, was completed pr
Wolters Kluwer maintains strong leadership in ESG software, according to independent research firm
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Wolters Kluwer, a global leader in professional information, software solutions and services, today announced that it has been named as a Leader in the Verdantix Green Quadrant: ESG & Sustainability Reporting Software (2025) report. This prestigious report highlights that Wolters Kluwer stands out for its integrated, end-to-end approach to operational, sustainability and financial data to bridge sustainability operations with finance, risk, and compliance function
IBO Stock Alert: Halper Sadeh LLC Is Investigating Whether the Merger of Impact BioMedical Inc. Is Fair to Shareholders
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating whether the merger of Impact BioMedical Inc. (NYSE American: IBO) and Dr Ashleys Limited is fair to Impact shareholders. Halper Sadeh encourages Impact shareholders to click here to learn more about their legal rights and options or contact Daniel Sadeh or Zachary Halper at (212) 763-0060 or sadeh@halpersadeh.com or zhalper@halpersadeh.com. The investigation concerns whether Impact and its board violated
ImageKit Achieves AWS Retail Competency Status
NEWARK, Del.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #AI--ImageKit earns AWS Retail Competency for enabling retailers to deliver stunning media experiences using its Image & Video API with integrated DAM.
SS&C Blue Prism Recognized as a Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ RPA Leader for the Seventh Consecutive Year
WINDSOR, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--SS&C Blue Prism Recognized as a Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ RPA Leader for the Seventh Consecutive Year
Sage Advisory Services and Cedar Trace to Collaborate on a Suite of Innovative Alternatives Solutions
AUSTIN, Texas & BERMUDA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sage Advisory Services, Cedar Trace Group will collaborate on investment products featuring insurance-linked securities (ILS) and credit opportunities
Tech Helps Relieve 'Critical' U.S. Truck Driver Shortage
AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Tech.co’s 2025 U.S. Logistics Report revealed 63% of U.S. freight businesses are using some form of technology to reduce reliance on drivers. ‘Critical’ driver shortage worsens The report sheds light on the critical driver shortage currently faced by the U.S. freight industry. 88% of U.S. freight businesses who say workforce limitations pose a "critical, immediate operational risk” have seen recruitment and retention worsen in the past year. U.S. road freight tur